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Tom Morello in Concert
Tom Morello is one of rock 'n' roll's greatest guitar players, mainly because he isn't afraid to invert traditional techniques or sounds. As the founder of the rebellious political band Rage Against the Machine, he pioneered bold effects — exaggerated funk riffs, for example, or scribbles that resembled a hip-hop DJ scratching on vinyl — to form an aggressive, metallic foundation. His work with Audioslave was streamlined and even rock radio–friendly, although his towering squalls were a perfect match for frontman Chris Cornell's soaring, soulful vocals. And when recording as his more subdued alter ego The Nightwatchman, Morello even indulges his strident, acoustic guitar-playing folk-punk side.
Born in New York City but raised in Illinois, Morello grew up a massive fan of KISS, Iron Maiden and Led Zeppelin, as well as Run-D.M.C. He attended Harvard University before heading out to Los Angeles, where he played in the funky hard rock group Lock Up before forming Rage Against the Machine. Even then Morello was a physical player who twisted his entire body into his guitar parts — something still evident today onstage, as he coaxes and teases out defiant sounds from his instruments. Yet Morello also knows how to blend in when needed: His frequent live guest appearances with Bruce Springsteen were so solid that he filled in for Steven Van Zandt during several 2013 E Street Band gigs.
In more recent times, Morello has indulged his penchant for political music with the left-leaning hip-hop/rock supergroup Prophets of Rage, and continued to push himself. In 2018, he released the collaborations-heavy solo LP The Atlas Underground, a master class in sonic possibilities. Although echoes of his Rage Against the Machine guitar squeals pop up here and there, the album also features electronica-swirled collaborations with Knife Party and Marcus Mumford, and a hip-hop-meets-hard-rock jam with Bassnectar, Killer Mike and Big Boi.
Tom Morello put on an outstanding show! Being from Seattle, I loved the Chris Cornell tribute and the audience singing along with Chris during an Audioslave song and Morello playing along. Was very moving an extremely well done! Also Bones Uk was a great opening act that fired up the crowd with their punk/rock/blues blend.
Tom Morello was outstanding! Highly recommend seeing him
Very cool when Tom started the show playing remotely in the balcony a few seats away from us. Powerful multimedia presentation. So much energy in the room!
I have never had a more amazing experience at a concert! Tom Morello is spectacular! He is a badass musician! Thoroughly entertaining!
Highly recommend it. He even invited the audience to the stage to finish the show all together!
Tom morello exceeded all expectations. Best finale to a show I’ve ever seen!!!
It is truly amazing the noises and melodies that Tom Morello can create on the guitar. Not only can he shred, but his innovation has you second-guessing what you had believed on the album were other instruments, especially when featuring electronic artists. One of a kind!
Whaled so hard! Whaled so hard! Sweet sweet sweet xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Tom rocked and entertained throughout his entire performance and threw an interesting aura over it as well. Great show.
Small intimate setting for show. Great venue, excellent show. The Audible project is a cool idea and Tom's story is certainly relevant to his activism and our times. Sound was great and really enjoyed it.
Great show. Tom rocked the sold out Minetta Lane Theatre with serious and funny stories. Guitar playing was what you would expect - tremendous. Great sound and visuals as well. So glad to have experienced his show!
A wonderful night at the theatre. Tom Morello was engaging and very interesting while telling his story. I loved the format of words and music, and the intimate setting of the Minetta Lane made every seat a good one. Surprise Open Bar before the show was certainly an ADDED BONUS. I’m hoping there will be more of these one person shows in the future!
Tom Morello at the Minetta Lane Theatre Sep 19 presented a wonderful story of adversity, triumph and a bit of rage against the machine. At the risk of committing sacrilege, I have to say Tom could probably teach Jimmy Hendrix a few tricks. His guitar virtuosity is mesmerizing to watch and thrilling to hear. His life stories are of a very special individual who is doing his best to leave the world a better place. I am very lucky to have scored tickets for this great show at this great theatre. You tell it Tom!
Inspiring, motivating, wonderful. The location and seats were perfect, everything was super professional and emotional. Price was affordable and the initiative is absolutely awesome.
By the end if the night I was paying on stage with a rock and roll guitar legend. This is a one in a lifetime memory I'll never forget. Thank you Tom Morello!
Tom Morello gives fans the opportunity to embrace and celebrate his past musical achievements along with new Inspiring and hopeful songs for the future!! Truly one of the best Guitarists in the world!! Feeling Lucky to be a part of this experience!!
What an amazing performance Tom put on! I didn’t really know what to expect seeing him, as his new album is a lot of collaborations. But the video syncing with the singers was fantastic. Then Tom singing himself was awesome! It was such a great show!
Here's the details. Great show if Tom is in you're area , do yourself a favor and go!!!!!
Tom Morello is a legend and he proved it at the Rex!! What a concert! He rocked the house from second one. When he asked the audience to remain silent for his Chris Cornell tribute you could have heard a pin drop which was impressive. The rest of the evening he played like the winner he is. It really was one of the best concerts that I was privileged to attend. Maybe next time he could be booked for a two night engagement. He could easily sell out 2 nights. Thank you for booking this amazing cincert
This show was absolutely amazing. Tom is one of the most innovative guitarists ever and plain and simply put a Guitar Ninja. The mix of hard rocking riffs with edm along with his message is just profound to experience. It was fantastic how he linked together his riffs from his time with RATM and Audioslave for and incredible throwback in the middle of his set. It Is hard for me to remember enjoying a show start to finish as I did Morello’s Atlas Underground experience.
